Market Development Manager – Middelburg, Mpumalanga
Middelburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa
Job Description
OverviewJob description:The Market Development Manager will be responsible for identifying potential markets, developing strategies to penetrate those markets, and implementing plans to drive business growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of market research, competitor analysis, and brand positioning.Key Responsibilities:Market Growth and Projects:
- Identify and capitalize on new opportunities to increase stainless steel usage and drive sales growth.
- Champion stainless steel and its capabilities at exhibitions, expos, and through various marketing channels.
- Identify strategic publications for partnership and prepare compelling articles and advertisements.
- Ensure dissemination of relevant educational content on stainless steel.
- Conduct comprehensive research to gather and maintain up-to-date marketing information on both current and emerging applications in the Stainless Steel industry.
- Manage and update an applications database for effective marketing initiatives.
- Facilitate knowledge sharing within the company group and prepare detailed reports for stakeholders.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to coordinate project-related orders and support product development efforts.
- Maintain accuracy in order loading processes and work closely with the PR department on related projects.
- Monitor and track new product and project orders from initiation to completion.
- Establish and maintain relationships with local and international associations and industry stakeholders to foster collaborative opportunities
- Diploma/degree in a Technical field/ Commercial/ Marketing.
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering (metallurgy, mechanical, industrial, chemical or commercial (B.Com, business management) is required.
- MDP/EDP recommended.
- Technical experience is recommended
- 6+ years of experience in market development, business development, or a related field
- The incumbent should ensure excellent customer/supplier relations through good communication skills and experience with the markets.- Candidate must be able to negotiate and recommend accurately.
- Candidate must understand the process and product grades.
- Technical report writing will be an advantage
- Candidate must be willing to travel both domestically and internationally as required
Beware of fraud agents! do not pay money to get a job
MNCJobs.co.za will not be responsible for any payment made to a third-party. All Terms of Use are applicable.
Related Jobs
Job Detail
-
Job IdJD1327829
-
IndustryNot mentioned
-
Total Positions1
-
Job Type:Full Time
-
Salary:R610000 per year
-
Employment StatusPermanent
-
Job LocationMiddelburg, Mpumalanga, South Africa
-
EducationNot mentioned